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PCW 111J

1971 Mercedes-benz 250

White Petrol 2300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2019
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

78,867 mi
Last recorded78,867 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2018
Typical for 1971 Mercedes-benz 25046,077 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPCW 111J
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,300cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2018 78,867 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor pan (5.2.6)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor pan (5.2.6)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

all steering arms have slight play.

Fail 15 Dec 2017 78,867 miles

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floor (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor pan (5.2.6)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor pan (5.2.6)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

all steering arms have slight play

Pass 28 Jan 2016 77,206 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 250?

Based on 21,689 MOT tests across 3,055 vehicles.

74.5%
Pass Rate
2,936
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
3,055
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 875
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 715
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 666
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 525
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 458
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PCW 111J is a 1971 Mercedes-benz 250 in White with a 2,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1971 Mercedes-benz 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 46,077 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 250 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 875 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PCW 111J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 250 typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 55 years old, this Mercedes-benz 250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PCW 111J registered?

PCW 111J is a 1971 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 1 April 1971.

Is PCW 111J safe to buy?

The MOT history for PCW 111J shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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